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Hotel Front Desk Agent jobs in San Francisco, CA
Hotel front desk agents check guests in and out, manage reservations and billing, and resolve room issues, setting the tone for each stay from the first hello.
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$20–$39/hr
Typical pay range
$57k
Median, full-time
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Open hotel front desk agent roles
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$18 - $22 per hour
a passion for learning. Experience is a plus, but we are willing to train the right candidate. Primary Responsibilities: ~ Front desk: Greeting patients, checking in patients, answering phone calls, taking down messages,…
$32 - $41 per hour
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$35.06 per hour
deserts of the United Arab Emirates to the heart of London, our hotels offer guests extraordinary places, created by combining unique architecture... .... Coordinate reservation-related communication with Front Office, S…
functions, coordinate communication, and ensure smooth workflow across departments. Position Summary The Office Administrator will manage front‑ office operations, assist with administrative tasks, support management, an…
$21.5 - $25.5 per hour
Job Summary: We are looking for a friendly and customer-focused Front Desk Agent to provide excellent service to our guests. The ideal candidate should have strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution…
$23 - $27 per hour
skills, and be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Hotel Experience Required. UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT Compensation: $... ..., and special requests, checking for accuracy. * Maintain front desk supplies and…
$26.18 - $28.13 per hour
services responsive to the neighborhoods and diverse communities we serve. We are currently looking for qualified candidates for our Front Desk Receptionist - Dental Clinic role. Please note: This role requires applicant…
$35.64 per hour
presidents, world leaders and entertainment stars. The landmark hotel offers 606 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, three distinctive... ...Description What you will be doing: Reporting to the Front Office Manager, r…
Receptionist, Administrative Assistant Position: Financial Technology Partners is seeking a Receptionist, Administrative Assistant for their San Francisco Office, 5 days a week in office. Company Description: Financial T…
$19.75 per hour
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What hotel front desk agents earn in San Francisco
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $20–$25 | $42k–$53k |
| Mid level | $24–$31 | $50k–$64k |
| Senior | $30–$39 | $62k–$81k |
Adjusted for the San Francisco market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Property management systemsReservation managementPayment and billing accuracyConflict resolutionPhone and email etiquetteUpselling rooms and servicesMultitasking at the deskLocal area knowledge
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
A guest arrives at midnight and their reservation is missing. What do you do?
Stay calm, search alternate spellings and channels, and get them a room or a solution before assigning blame. The guest's night matters more than the cause.
How do you handle an angry guest complaining about their room?
Listen fully, apologize once sincerely, and offer a concrete fix like a move or amenity. Describe staying warm while working the system.
What property management systems have you used?
Name them, such as Opera, Fosse, or OnQ. If the hotel uses another, note that you have learned a PMS quickly before.
How do you approach upselling upgrades at check-in?
Describe reading the guest and offering relevant value, like a quiet high floor for a business traveler, rather than reciting a script.
Walk me through your end-of-shift balancing routine.
Cover counting the drawer, reconciling payments against the PMS, and passing a clean log to the next shift. Accuracy and handoff discipline.
Can you work overnight audit shifts or rotating weekends?
Hotels never close, so answer honestly. Night audit willingness in particular can fast-track hiring and promotion.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For hotel front desk agents specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Name the PMS platforms you know, such as Opera, OnQ, Fosse, or Mews.
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Quantify the property: room count, brand or flag, and occupancy levels you handled.
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Include upsell revenue or enrollment numbers for loyalty programs if tracked.
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Mention guest satisfaction scores or review mentions tied to your service.
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List night audit experience separately; it combines the desk with accounting and is in demand.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Front Desk Agent
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Front Desk Supervisor
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Front Office Manager
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Hotel General Manager
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